CVE-2020-8946
HIGHCVSS 8.8/10EPSS 1.87%
Last modified
CVE-2020-8946 is a high-severity vulnerability rated 8.8/10 on the CVSS scale. Netis WF2471 v1.2.30142 devices allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the /cgi-bin-igd/sys_log_clean.cgi log_3g_type parameter.. EPSS estimates a 1.87% chance of exploitation in the next 30 days.
Description
Netis WF2471 v1.2.30142 devices allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the /cgi-bin-igd/sys_log_clean.cgi log_3g_type parameter.
Metrics
CVSS:3.1/AV:N/AC:L/PR:L/UI:N/S:U/C:H/I:H/A:H
Weakness Enumeration
Affected Software
| Vendor | Product | Versions |
|---|---|---|
| Netis-Systems | Wf2471 Firmware | 1.2.30142 |
References
- https://sku11army.blogspot.com/2020/02/netis-authenticated-rce-on-wf2471.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
- https://sku11army.blogspot.com/2020/02/netis-authenticated-rce-on-wf2471.htmlExploit, Third Party Advisory
Timeline
- Published
- Last Modified
- Status
- Modified
Frequently Asked Questions
What is CVE-2020-8946?
Netis WF2471 v1.2.30142 devices allow an authenticated attacker to execute arbitrary OS commands via shell metacharacters in the /cgi-bin-igd/sys_log_clean.cgi log_3g_type parameter.
How severe is CVE-2020-8946?
CVE-2020-8946 has a CVSS score of 8.8/10 (HIGH severity). The EPSS model estimates a 1.87% probability of exploitation in the next 30 days.
How do I fix CVE-2020-8946?
Check the vendor references and advisories linked above for patched versions and mitigation guidance. You can also run a Strix scan to test if your systems are affected.
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